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Boat Mystery Traced Back to Rockaway By Katie McFadden
Is someone looking for a boat? Or purposely avoiding looking for one? Last week, New Jersey media reported that a powerboat mysteriously washed up on the northern shore of Asbury Park, NJ on Christmas Eve. The engine of the red, white and blue boat named “Brave Heart” was missing, the hatch on the bow was missing, its electrical panel was damaged and it seems to have been stripped of valuable equipment. But according to Asbury Park photographer, Ben Ruset, the keys remained in the ignition. Deepening the mystery, an eerie message saying, “I will miss you” was written on the side of the boat. The message led some online commenters to speculate that the owner committed suicide or the boat may have been abandoned by the ex-partner of a scorned lover. Some speculated that the boat has been floating around since Hurricane Sandy. The vessel contained a 2015 registration sticker, which would seem to void that idea, but a New York boat registration lasts for three years, so it could have been registered before Sandy. News 12 reported that the boat had a
sticker for the Gateway Marina in Brooklyn. The hull number is N 2224 PT and the registration number is 50185548, which Asbury Park police used to find information on the owner. The owner lives in Rockaway Beach. “We’re treating it now as found property,” Asbury Park police officer Michael Casey told NJ.com. “We don’t suspect any type of suspicious activity or foul play.” The boat was not reported missing or stolen. The police tracked down the owner, but they have not been able to get in touch with him. The Rockaway Times reached out to the Asbury Park Police Department for more information, but as we went to press, there was no response. NJ.com said Asbury Park
police notified police in Rockaway about the boat and asked them to find the owner, but Captain Adelman of the 100th Precinct said he had never even heard anything about the boat, until the Times reached out to him. The police’s inability to get in touch with the owner led some to believe that the owner doesn’t want to be found and may have abandoned the boat for an insurance claim or simply because costs to maintain it became too expensive. However it isn’t typical for someone who wants insurance money, to abandon a boat without first scratching off the name and registration sticker so that the owner can’t be traced. While the mystery of the owner
has not yet been solved, The Rockaway Times has solved the mystery of the “I will miss you” message scrawled on the side. The message isn’t the work of a suicidal sailor, a crazy ex, or even the owner, whoever it may be. It was written by a graffiti artist. The “I will miss you” message is written in the exact style that it is written in on various spots like bridges, walls, trucks, mailboxes, garbage, and billboards in Manhattan and Brooklyn. The message is the work of a New York musician and mixed media artist who uses the Instagram account “whatwillyouleavebehind.” It so happens, the street artist’s own work, a sculpture, was tagged some time ago with the “I will miss you” message. He liked it enough to start doing it himself and started using the slogan as part of an art campaign in 2013, tagging the message on various found items that were left behind. In an Instagram post, the artist says “The ‘I will miss you’ project is a commentary about how humans move so fast through life and forget so easily about the people, places and things left behind. What will you leave behind when Continued on page 29
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Remembering Fallen Heroes Community Pays Respect At 100th Precinct An overflow crowd gathered at the 100th Precinct on the evening of Monday, January 5 to show support for the NYPD and fallen officers, Detective Wenjian Liu and Detective Rafael Ramos. There was unity in the sentiment that flowed through the crowd, which included members of the 100th Precinct community, from Breezy Point to Arverne. The vigil, organized by Councilman Eric Ulrich and the 100th Precinct Community Council, was supposed to be held outside, but chilly temperatures and wind moved the crowd inside to the muster room of the precinct. Community members held candles and signs and had a moment of silence as they paid respect to Detectives Liu and Ramos, who were assassinated in Brooklyn on December 20, 2014. Those who gathered also remembered the fallen officers of the 100th Precinct, who gave their lives while serving the community over the years, including Patrolman John Kennedy - killed December 3, 1922; Patrolman Hubert Allen - killed August 5, 1927; Patrolman Arthur Fash - August 4, 1928 and Police Officer Joey Alcamo - killed March 26, 1992.
Councilman Ulrich, 100th Precinct Community Council President Danny Ruscillo, State Senator Joe Addabbo, Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder, Captain Adelman and Queens South Commander David Barrere took turns acknowledging the sacrifice of the policewhile also praising the support from residents in the 100th Precinct. “Each and every day, the men and women of the NYPD risk their safety to protect their fellow New Yorkcontinued on page 33
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We love the idea that the folks who run the Bungalow Bar (and other places) are looking to build a boutique hotel on Beach 109 and the Boulevard. It’s a long-standing complaint that visitors can’t find a place to stay (besides the D Piper!). A new spot would be great for the area especially since Beach 108 is in line to get beautification money. ***** If you can’t find The Rockaway Times at the newsstand or a store that carries it, you might try looking for it under other publications gathering dust. Sometimes the RT gets buried. Not that anyone would do that on purpose. ***** Attorney Joe Keenan, tired of that slog into the City, is now making his office in Rockaway. He’ll be taking a spot overlooking the water at 114-04 Beach Channel. Joe is also the new president of The Graybeards. In this week’s RT, Joe writes a beautiful tribute for Kevin Kearney who died too young. ***** We don’t think Irish Beef recipes have made our Recipe Swap column but it’s possible you could see one soon now that the US has cleared beef from Ireland. It’s been more than 15 years since the Mad Cow scare and the subsequent banning of beef from Europe.
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but we wish politicians would say they picked up the phone AND followed up with a letter). ***** Take it easy ice cream lovers. Carvel on Beach 116th Street is only remodeling – not closing. The store will reopen soon. ***** Happy Birthday – Augusta Marino! ***** Tuesday, January 13 is the next Community Board meeting. The Army Corps of Engineers has pulled out. The Corps was supposed to provide an update on the Reformulation Study -- the granddaddy of studies that must get completed before jetties and other protection measures are implemented. Another guest, still expected to appear is The New York City Parks Commissioner, Mitchell Silver. Any chance he’ll hear about the sloooooooow progress of the boardwalk and the skimpy work crews? ***** The Metropolitan Transportation Authority says it would like to curb “manspreading.” Posters and public service announcements will ask men to ….uhm, well, put their knees closer together while sitting on subway and bus seats. ***** covers Queens Brownstoner Queens real estate and offers tips and trends in the market. This week they ran a story: A Walk In Far Rockaway. Kevin Walsh, who wrote the piece, must’ve worn out his shoes because he does a great job covering the area. Walsh is author of Forgotten New York. If you want to have a look go to queens.brownstoner.com/2015/01/awalk-in-far-rockaway/ ***** Tuesday’s snow reminds us of a pet peeve. Please, and we’re talking to you, snow dummies. Wipe snow off your entire front and back car windows. Take a look at the roof, too. Might that snow harden and fly off and become a missile as you cluelessly drive ahead? ***** The Graybeards are holding their annual Dinner Dance on January 24 at El Caribe. You don’t have to be a member to have a great time and support one of Rockaway’s best organizations. Call 718-634-6812 for tickets. Or to take out an ad in the Commemorative Journal. Your generosity is what allows The Graybeards to help others.
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Dear Editor: As the son of former Police Officer Sam Gallagher of the 100th Precinct (1926-1956), my heart is heavy for the loss of Officers Liu and Ramos and their families and their brethren in the NYPD. I wish my dad were alive to see what’s happened, to see the local support of the precinct. I believe that the 100th is the most beloved precinct in the city by its residents. Gordo Bo Gallagher
Recipe Tweak Dear Editor: Just a note…I tried the Fancy Pants chicken recipe. I used regular chicken cutlets that I sliced thin myself and ham that I already had instead of spending money on prosciutto. The dish had so much flavor and was tender. Next time, I’m going to leave off the cheese. No need to add the extra fat and calories for a regular weeknight dish that was so tasty. Thank you! Lisa Zoller
Sham and A Shame Dear Editor: It’s a shame and a sham that we continually have to jump through imaginary hoops just to receive what’s rightfully due to us. It is truly tiresome, constantly getting browbeat by the city. Bottom line is Rockaway Beach has been the redheaded stepchild for years and I don’t see it changing. Don’t get me wrong; it’s still the best place to live in NYC by far. No community has more resilience or pride. It’s a place where neighbors are also friends. I just don’t understand how the Army Corps of Engineers needs 10 years to study rock jetties. What kind of engineers are they anyway?? Why is a ferry out of the question for people who live on a peninsula? And please tell me why there are only five guys trying to rebuild our boardwalk. As an outdoor worker for over 35 years, this has been a very mild fall where they could have attacked and completed a big portion of the boardwalk. It’s been a total disgrace and a big slap in the face to
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We Need A Leader Dear Editor: We need a mayor who supports all people. We need a mayor who will not throw our cops under a bus. We need a mayor who not only wants to take care of low income and illegal immigrants but who wants to also take care of the working class people and yes, God forbid, the rich. We need a real leader. Kathy McLoughlin
Rock Times Praise Dear Editor: Congratulations on a great edition of The Rockaway Times (12/24), which I got online. ‘Twas The Night Before was perfect for the occasion. The Boyleing Points poem was great even though Mr. Boyle says he hates poetry! The story about Rockaway’s Santa (Behind The Beard) was another timely story that put a light on a generous guy, Doug MacLeod. But special praise has to go to Beef Chip who wrote a letter to the son of the slain Police Officer Ramos. I am sure I am not alone in saying I had tears in my eyes as I read through it. Best of luck to The Rockaway Times and its staff. I look forward to reading it every week in 2015. Happy New Year! Lisa S. Murphy
Commute To Pink Slip Dear Editor How does the Mayor expect the people of Rockaway and Breezy Point to keep their jobs when the “A” train has just been rated the worst of the MTA and once again the Gil Hodges Marine Parkway Memorial Bridge was not in use Monday morning (I know because I sat there)? How often does one have to be late before they are fired? The bridge was then closed again later in the morning. What can be done? Moira Mittnacht
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While it is a natural tendency to expect government and government officials to bring positive change, we actually have it backwards. Private citizens and small businesses don’t wait for government; they act. It’s only after the efforts of regular people that government and officials come onboard. Brooklyn has seen an incredible amount of investment from government. Now Long Island City is the new darling. But truth is, people were finding their niches in these places ten and twenty years ago. The trailblazers in these areas weren’t waiting for the City to help; they knew that wouldn’t happen. In Rockaway, we bemoan the City’s effort on the boardwalk rebuild. We rage at the Mayor for taking away the ferry.
But the trailblazers are here. They’re not waiting for the City. The boardwalk won’t be a catalyst; it will be a cherry on top. The ferry will come back because ridership and interest in Rockaway is on a trajectory upwards that can’t be denied (or beaten by an indifferent City Hall). The latest sign that Rockaway is moving, that a bud is going to blossom, is the plan to turn a dilapidated property on Beach 109 and Rockaway Beach Boulevard into a boutique hotel. We couldn’t be more in favor of this idea and urge the Community Board to support the efforts of these homegrown entrepreneurs. The Tubridy family has deep roots in Rockaway and Broad Channel. A few of them are involved in this project. They know
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While shopping recently in the Howard Beach Rite Aid, I ran into our Broad Channel neighbor, Gwen O’Toole. I hadn’t seen Gwen since she and her husband Frank and their children moved from W12th Road to Noel Road last August. Right after the move, Gwen experienced some medical problems requiring surgery and a hospital stay and it was great to see that she has been recovering nicely. For those of you not familiar with the O’Toole family, you should know that immediately after Super Storm Sandy, they served as an inspiration for all their neighbors on West 12th Road. Less than 48 hours after the October 29th, 2012 storm surge, while the rest of us were walking around like zombies feeling sorry for ourselves, Gwen and Frank quietly decided...”Screw Sandy, we have small children and Christmas is coming - our family will be back home in time for the holiday!” Within days, Gwen and Frank had gutted their house and disposed of all water damaged furniture and appliances. Then they set about rewiring electrical systems, fixing the plumbing and shortly thereafter, they began the process of studding out, and insulating, and sheet rocking new walls. It was truly amazing to watch as this family was busy bringing new construction materials into their house while the rest of us were still overwhelmed as we attempted to empty our homes of water damaged debris! If you happened to be on West 12th Road on the evening of December 24th, 2012 as I was, less than 2 months after Sandy, you would have been witness to a true “Broad Channel Christmas Miracle.” The O’Toole house was the only finished residence on the street, newly furnished and brightly lit with a big Christmas tree with all the trimmings visible through the window. If you listened closely, you could hear the soft sounds of holiday music coming from with-
in. The O’Toole family was, indeed, home for the holidays. It took 790 days but the Sandy displaced Galimi family of Broad Channel is finally home! John and Jayme Galimi and their children recently moved into their new elevated home on Cross Bay Boulevard, courtesy of the N.Y.C. Build it Back program. On the other hand, the vacant dirt lot on W12th Road where the home of Lenny and Sophia DeVirgilio once stood, serves as a stark reminder to all of us that there still are many Broad Channel residents who remain displaced as a result of Sandy’s storm surge as they continue to await assistance from the Build it Back program. Broad Channel’s VFW PrinceWynn Post 260 hosted a “Hair of the Dog” party on New Year’s Day which was not only well attended but was a down right hoot! In addition to tending bar, serving up Bloody Marys that were out of this world, “Chef” Bob Prokopowicz was also busy in the kitchen setting out hors d’oeuvres and hot food. Who knows? The “Hair of the Dog” New Year’s Day party may become an annual event for our town! Residents of West 11th, 12th and 13th Roads should pay particular attention to the “No Parking” signs posted on one side of their respective blocks. Even if there is no actual construction work taking place on the street, the signs are still in force and Traffic has ticketed some cars for parking on the restricted side during the restricted hours Monday through Friday. By the way, the price of home heating fuel is still dropping. I recently arranged for a 200 gallon delivery via codfuel.com with a per gallon price of $2.29! Broad Channel, why would anyone want to live anywhere else? Contact Information: Email rtbetweenthebridges@gmail.com or call or text: 347-226-1293
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Little Shop of Horrors Book and lyrics by Howard Ashman. Music by Alan Menken. Director- Susan Corning Musical Director- Jeffrey Arzberger.
Jan. 30, 31 and Feb. 6, 7 at 7:00pm Jan. 31, Feb 1, 7 and 8 at 2:00pm
Aug. 21, 22, 27, 28, & 29 at 8:00pm Aug. 22, 23 and 30 at 2:00pm
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Feb. 27, 28 and Mar. 6, 7 at 7:00pm Feb. 28 and Mar. 1 and 8 at 2:00pm All Theatre Workshop performances are $10.00 for all seats. No comps are available for Theatre Workshop productions Season passes are not accepted for Theatre Workshop productions.
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October 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 8:00pm October 4 and 11 at 2:00pm
One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest Written by Dale Wasserman. Directed by Michael Wotypka. Nov. 13, 14, 20, and 21 at 8:00pm Nov. 15 and 22 at 2:00pm
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I’ve often wondered if the proprietors of Postcard Concessions throughout the Rockaways ever realized that their wares (picture postcards) would greatly contribute to the telling and showing of peninsula history 80-100 years later! The officious looking ol’ time counter person looks like museum quality himself! There are thousands upon thousands of antique postcards at every show from the Atlantic to the Pacific and Canada to Mexico. This card is courtesy of the Gotham Book Mart Gallery in New York City and posted in 1979.
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Paid Internships for Student Leaders Bank of America will offer a select group of community-minded NYC high school students the opportunity to work a paid internship with a local nonprofit, such as the YMCA and Food Bank for New York City, as part of its Student Leaders program. According to BofA, Student Leaders travel to Washington, D.C. to take part in a national Student Leadership Summit in July, where they participate in a service learning project and a series of interactive leadership development workshops meant to
give them a deeper understanding of how service creates positive change and how corporate, nonprofit and government collaboration revitalize communities. The opportunity has been a catalyst for many New York youth to continue on a path of community service into adulthood. The applications for the 2015 Student Leaders program are currently open and available at about. bankofamerica.com/en-us/global-impact/student-leaders.html through January 31st.
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Beach 74th Street Two Bed One Bath apartment in the oceanfront community of Arverne by the Sea. Ocean view with full size washer/dryer, central heat and air, built in microwave, refrigerator with ice/water. Steps to beautiful Rockaway Beach, transportation to Manhattan, stores and new YMCA.
Seagrass Lane Brand new construction in the Dunes section of Arverne by the Sea. Two bed one bath apartment with balcony. End unit with lots of natural sunlight. Washer/dryer, central heat and air, parking permits. Walk to all transportation to Manhattan, brand new YMCA and beautiful Rockaway Beach.
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Schooner Street Beautiful Breakers section of Arverne by the Sea. 2 Bed Duplex includes private rooftop terrace and bonus room. End unit with tons of sunlight. Permit parking, central air, washer/ dryer; all steps to stores, transportation to Manhattan, brand new YMCA and Rockaway Beach.
Seasgrass Lane Beautiful Dunes section of the oceanfront community of Arverne by the Sea. Brand new construction. Two bed with balcony. Parking permits, washer/dryer, central heat and air. Hardwood floors throughout. All within walking distance to transportation to Manhattan, brand new YMCA and beautiful Rockaway Beach.
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Second block from the beach;around the corner from retail shopping and mass transit.This home has all new electric and heating system.Three bedrooms,LR,DR,EIK,one full bath and a large front porch.Priced to sell!
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Beautiful Panoramic Bay Views! 3 bedrooms,3 baths, Den,EIK,living room with ledge stone wood burning fireplace, formal dinning room and a huge semi finished basement. Price is negotiable.
3 bedroom 2.5 baths new EIK Very large finished basement new heating and electrical system Move in condition. Price is negotiable.
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Heart of Belle Harbor contemporary. This home has it all,five bedrooms,three full baths,state of the art EIK; FDR & LR w/WBFP, glass enclosed sun room,home office, large family room w/additional WBFP, craft and game room,laundry room, private driveway and beautiful park like grounds.
CO-OP / CONDOS 136 Beach 117th TWO BEDROOM CONDO WITH BALCONY AND ONE CAR PARKING TWO FULL BATH ROOMS MASTER BATH WITH JACUZZI. SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM AND DINNING ROOM, BAMBOO FLOORING,WASHER AND DRYER. THE OCEAN GRANDE HAS 24-HOUR SECURITY STATION,STATE OF THE ART GYM,BEAUTIFUL PARTY ROOM WITH A FIREPLACE AND BAR.
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LOT FOR SALE 117-12 Ocean Promenade ROCKAWAY PARK OCEAN FRONT COOP VERY SPACIOUS ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF MANHATTAN SKY LINE AND JAMAICA BAY. LOW COMMON CHARGES AND MOVE IN CONDITION!
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Semi attached five bedroom colonial w/ 2.5 baths. Main level has an open floor plan. Wood flooring throughout the main level and second story. Third floor has new carpeting enclosed carport, secluded back yard, large front porch, new heating and electrical system move in condition.
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ONE BEDROOM 124th - LR/DR combo, terrace, pay elec $1400 123th - Great boardwalk building, excellent condition, parking extra, pay G&E $1350-1500 140th - 2nd level, furnished, includes all util. $1500 109th - Studio, Adorable Bunglow, pay all utilities. Must have Good Credit. Call Susan 347 260 3891 $1150 124th 1 bed apt new kitchen and bath pay gas and electric Must have Good credit $1050 Call Susan 347 260 3891 125th new kitchen, & appliances, pay only electric $1300 141th totally renovated, living room, gorgeous bay views, pay electric $1500 118th - Renovated, ss appliances, granite, 3 double closets, Ocean & Bay views.. $1400 121th - Living room, kitchen, combo, hardwood floors w/d, parking included, pay all util Call Susan 347 260 3891 $1300 124th - First floor unit, use of backyard, upgraded, storage, parking, pay G & E $1600 TWO BEDROOMS 111th - pay all utilities. Good credit Call Susan 347 260 3891 $1450 118th - Totally renovated, high end, L shaped L/R + D/R, w/d, dishwasher, ground level, pay all util $1700 Arverne By The Sea - UNITS AVAILABLE, mint, pay all utilities $1600 108th - brand new with new appliances. Bunglow like having your own little house. Pay all Utilies, Call Susan 347 260 3891 $1800 124th - Oceanfront Coop w/ terrace . Need good credit. Pay G&E. No parking $1800. 120th – move right in, spacious, + sun room, huge walk in closet, parking, pay gas & elec $1500. Call Kate Patterson 917 -680-8051 124th use of backyard, W/D hook up, upgraded, storage, front porch, pay G & E…. $1600 THREE BEDROOMS 122 th- Totally renovated, 2 bath, formal dining room, storage, pets welcome, w/d hook up, pvt.driveway, use of yard, pay all util. $2100 - Rented 130th - Totally renovated, Extra Large rooms 2 baths w/d, terrance and summer parking. Pay G&E $2100 124th - Spacious apartment 2 full baths & 2 1/2 Baths, Basement, Yard, Long Driveway. Pay all utilities $2400 00621RT
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2nd Home From the Beach Live luxuriously in this immaculate Neponsit home with ocean views from almost EVERY room. 4+BR’S and 3.5 baths. 71’ x 100’ lot. $2,799,000
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Oceanfront Two Family! The only oceanfront legal 2 family home for under a million! Buy your own slice of beachfront with the Atlantic ocean in your front yard. $919,000
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Water Views Delight Gorgeous sunsets and the Manhattan Skyline is what you will be seeing from this 3BR, 2 bath home. Create your masterpiece with this blank slate. $649,000
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Legal 2 Family MOTHER DAUGHTER Immaculate legal 2 family on a 50’x100’ lot in Belle Harbor. 5BR, 3 bath home, large back deck. Plenty of parking! $785,000
BELLE HARBOR
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BELLE HARBOR
Completely Renovated GORGEOUS 5BR, 4 bath home with 4 covered porches! New kitchen, new roof, new siding, new windows and new fin bsmt! 100’ x 60’ lot. $1,195,000
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Beautiful Water Front Ranch Brick and field stone home has 3 spacious BR’s, 2.5 baths, WBFP, HW floors, EIK with SS appliances, office/den and private parking for 4 cars. $850,000
BELLE HARBOR
Move in Ready Beautiful brick 3 BR home has brand new kitchen, large LR, FDR with French doors, HW floors and a long private driveway. $749,000
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80’x100’ - Fully Upgraded Legal 3 Family Savvy home buyers, finally it is your chance to own a money maker!!! Live free and clear from the profits from the 2 rentals on the grounds. $599,000
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Mint - Legal Two Family Competely renovated from top to bottom. This semi attached 6 BR home is a must see. Close to all and best of all we have a MOTIVATED SELLER!! $379,000
ROCKAWAY BEACH
Old World Charm Attached 2 family is in need of restoring. Currently being used as a 1 family. Full basement and high ceilings! $245,000
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UPPER BELLE HARBOR
Will Hold Financing Up to 300K BEACH BLOCK 140’S. All Brick, large 4 BR, 2 bath. Private parking and garage. Motivated seller. Present all offers. $829,000
BELLE HARBOR
Spectacular Sunset Views Beautiful 4BR, 3 bath home with custom mill work, stained glass windows, FLR, fireplace, 2 car garage with private parking. $699,000
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Legal Two Family Move right in to this mint 3 BR, 2.5 bath semi attached home. Private parking with garage and a cozy 1 bedroom rental. Call us today! $550,000
ARVERNE
All New Everything - Legal Two Family Fully Renovated and Immaculate, this 4BR home is located in a fabulous location! Granite kitchen with SS appliances and ceramic bathrooms. $349,000
BROAD CHANNEL
Attention Water Lovers Do you dream of living on the water with your boat? Just the right touch will make this ranch a magnificent home! $219,000
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Sprawling Split Level Spacious 4 BR, 3 bath split level. Gorgeous 60’x100’ corner property with patio, private parking and garage. $999,000
UPPER BELLE HARBOR
All Brick and Fabulous Side Hall Colonial just a few hops, skips and a jumps to the ocean. Immaculate 3BR’s, 2.5 baths, HW floors, Large EIK with sliders to a back deck. $825,000
ROCKAWAY PARK
Legal 2 Family Home Brick home on large corner lot! This 3BR 2 bath has EIK with granite counters, FDR, LR, 1 car garage, PS114 school district. $699,000
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Investment Opportunity! Tremendous 2 family home, upper unit has 6 BR’s, 2.5 baths and rooftop patio. Lower unit has 2 BR, 1 bath/ Rent roll of $46,500 per year. $515,000
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Brand New To Market T ACall new Fabulous R T 2 bath condo 3N BR, pvt parking. COwith SS appliances, R E granite counters D and beautiful ocean UN views. $549,000
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Belle Shores Condominium Beautiful condo by the sea, spacious 2BR, 2 full bath middle unit, private storage and private parking. Call today for private showing! $425,000
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Oceanfront Condo Move right into this brand new modern 3 BR, 2 bath apartment with HW floors, 2 balconies, spectacular ocean views and private parking.$525,000
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Belle Shores CondominiumT AC 2 BR end SunlightRfilled T unit which has a ton of N white oak COupgrades, R floors, custom kitchen, E California closets, a D deep jacuzzi W/D and UN parking. $399,000
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Oceanfront Co-op T AC OCEAN SPECTACULAR R T VIEWS!!! end N with2 BRterrace, COunit floors, large E R HW master BR in a well D maintained oceanfront UN building. $275,000 Why Bother Renting? This apt features old world charm, arched doorways, high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Gorgeous sunsets. $199,000
Bay Views Galore! Beautiful 2BR apartment with huge 32’ water view deck, perfect for summer cookouts and parties with your family and friends. Parking available $269,000
Oceanfront Building Gorgeous views of the bay and city skyline can be seen from the living room. Pet friendly 1BR co-op in GREAT condition. Call us today. $199,000
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Oceanfront Penthouse This 3 BR, 2 full bath is oozing with charm. HW floors, granite counters, Juliette balcony, roof top deck and private parking. $519,000
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Oceanfront Co-Op E D views Dazzling Tocean P from window. C E every C Fabulous sun drenched A 2 BR, 2 bath. E R rooms, Fully upgraded. F F Motivated Seller! O $299,000
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114 School District Desirable 1 BR with large private terrace (5’x25’), beautiful counter-tops and common laundry area. Shared roof top deck with ocean views. $269,000
Why Are You Still Renting?T C ACome Large 1BR enjoy R T the beach in this low N condo COmaintenance with spacious rec R room and beautiful DE grounds with BBQ UN area. $199,000
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Oceanfront Co-op T AC studio Gorgeous R T converted to a 1BR, N oceanfront COprivate HW floors E R terrace, and modern kitchen. D Priced to sell! UN $149,000
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• B137th: 1BR, 1BA Beach Block w/Terrace and Parking (R.P) . . . . . . . . . . $1,450
• B119th: 1BR, 1BA Spacious, Many Closets, Great View (C.B) . . . . . . . . . . $1,395
• B134th: 2BR, 1BA Fully Furnished Jan15-April 30 Rental (R.P). . . . . . . . . $1,450
• B119th: 1BR, 1BA Close To Transportation & Shopping (N.C) . . . . . . . . . . $975
• B131st: 1BR, 1BA Beach Block W/Parking, Utilities Incl. (B.F) . . . . . . . . . $2,100
• B118th: 2BR, 1BA Newly Renovated,SS Appliances,W/D (M.C) . . . . . . . . $1,700
• B129th: 2BR, 1BA Updated, HW floors, SS Appliances (N.C) . . . . . . . . . . $1,450
• B117th: 2BR, 1.5BA Completely New, Great Apartment (B.F) . . . . . . . . . $1,600
• B125th: 4BR, 2BA Spacious & Bright All Utilities Incl. (C.B) . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500
• B115th: 2BR, 1BA Beach Block Spacious, Large Kitchen (N.C) . . . . . . . . . $1,350
• B125th: 1BR, 1BA (M.C) . . . . . . JUST . . . . .RENTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,100
• B100th: 3BR, 2BA Hardwood Floors and Private Balcony (M.C) . . . . . . . . $1,800
• B125th: 3BR, 2BA Great Duplex Apt. w/Large Terrace (N.C) . . . . . . . . . . $2,500
• B96th: 2BR, 1BA Upper Floor Apt./Immaculate Building (M.C) . . . . . . . . $1,500
• B125th: 1BR, 1BA Large Apt.New Kitchen & Appliances (N.C). . . . . . . . . $1,300
• B88th: 3BR, 1BA Newly Renovated Bayside Apartment (N.C) . . . . . . . . . $1,450
• B124th: 3BR, 2BA Newly Renovated w/Yard & Parking (C.B) . . . . . . . . . . $2,500
• B84th: 2BR, 1BA Brand New Walk In, Great Location (B.F) . . . . . . . . . . . $1,300
• B123rd: 2BR, 1BA Oceanfront Corner New Kitchen/Bath (C.B) . . . . . . . . $1,800
• B80th: 2BR, 1BA Ocean View,SS Appliances, New Floors (N.C) . . . . . . . . $1,700
• B123rd: 3BR, 2BA Traditional Home for Rent w/Garage (M.C) . . . . . . . . . $2,300
• B79th: 2BR, 1BA (N.C) . . . . . . JUST . . . . . RENTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,400
• B122nd: 2BR, 1BA Beach Block Spacious Unit w/Parking (C.B) . . . . . . . . $1,750
• B69th: 3BR,2.5BA Spacious Layout Perfect For A Family (M.C) . . . . . . . . $2,400
• B121st: 1BR, 1BA (B.F) . . . . . . JUST . . . . .RENTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,300
• B65th: 2BR, 2BA Brand New End Unit With Private Deck (B.F) . . . . . . . . . $2,500
• B120th: 3BR, 2BA Beach Block, HW Floors, Driveway (M.C) . . . . . . . . . . $2,200
• B61st: 2BR, 1BA Beach Block Upgraded Garden Apt. (N.C) . . . . . . . . . . $1,300
• B119th: 1BR, 1BA Newly Renovated With Great Views (C.B) . . . . . . . . . . $1,425
• 7th Road: 3BR, 2BA Renovated Broad Channel Home (M.C). . . . . . . . . . $1,900
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Build it Back Beats Goals By Katie McFadden
According to the City, the Build it Back program exceeded Mayor de Blasio’s goals for 2014. In October 2014, the mayor announced his goals for Build it Back to start construction on 1,000 homes and to send out 1,500 reimbursement checks by December 31, 2014. The City says the program began construction on 1,002 homes and has sent out 2,104 reimbursement checks as of December 31. At the beginning of 2014, Build it Back seemed to give residents nothing but headaches. No money had been sent out and construction hadn’t begun on any homes. In April 2014, de Blasio announced an overhaul of the program and with its improvements; de Blasio set a new goal for the end of the year in October. “When we took office, Build it Back simply wasn’t working. Now, families across the city have started construction or received reimbursement. We’re commit-
ted to 1,000 construction starts and 1,500 reimbursement checks by December 31st, while dramatically expanding our design and construction capacity. We know there’s much work ahead, and Build it Back will continue to expedite relief until every homeowner is served,” the Mayor said in his October announcement. There are about 14,000 active applicants in the program. In addition to the 1,002 construction starts and the 2,104 checks totaling $36.5 million, Build it Back has fully repaired 309 homes. In December, the City announced the Community Development Block Grants Action Plan Amendment which includes allocating $200 million to Build it Back to go toward temporary rental assistance, direct repair grants, workforce developments and more. After holding public comment meetings across the five boroughs, the City will submit its plan for what to do with additional monies of CDGB funding from HUD on January 19.
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healthy January in Rockaway Many of us who live here are drawn to the summer months when the sunshine is abundant, the ocean cooling and the days long and warm. We shudder and shiver through winter with an eye to the future of the sunshine and mild weather. Our shoulders roll forward and we look down! If this sounds familiar, read on. Part of it is that even though we experience the amazing miracle of the seasons changing, we long for what we feel comfortable with and like. Part of it is that we may have low energy – not moving as much – from being indoors more. Part of it is lack of sunshine. There are many studies (you can find on the internet) that point to the benefits of
obtaining vitamin D from the sun. Whatever it is, winter is here. What do we do about it? One thing to do is move. A simple movement: stand with feet hip width apart. Inhale, the arms up overhead, palms together for a second, exhale, bend the knees a tiny bit and fold forward, hands reaching towards the floor. Inhale, reach the hands back up, reaching for the sky palms together and reach back just a little bit. Awaken the energy in the spine by reaching up, folding forward and extending up and back just a little. Make it a flowing movement with no exertion and no tension – just flow. Repeat. And enjoy. I, for one, lived unhappily through winter for years! And if
you ask for my preference, I will not hesitate to tell you “warm weather.” Many times my friends would urge me to buy the “happy light” for winter. But, I don’t feel as low in past years and I attribute it to “mindfulness” obtained through the practice of yoga. Slowing down the mind chatter, allowing the heart to feel ok. Desiring to spiral upward instead of downward. The practice of yoga is not just going to a class and doing the poses. Yoga is a mindset that is obtained through practice of breathing, doing poses and calming the mind and the heart. And it stays with you, no matter what. The message here is, however we can slow down, calm the mind,
awaken the energy of the body, open the heart, and joy in the process – that is something that transcends any season or lack of sunshine or anything else. So, yoga may be your thing, or something else, but be mindful and turn your heart around to roll your shoulders back, look at the most beautiful winter sky sunsets and the rushing power of the winter ocean. We live in a most special place. Go outside. Take a deep breath in, be thankful for all that you have, remember that you are not alone and reach toward the winter sun for every bit of the energy that gives life and power. Question/comment? Email us at BeWellBeHappy2@gmail.com
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Kevin Kearney Remembered By Joe Keenan
On January 3, 2015, Kevin Kearney passed away after a two year battle with cancer. Kevin was one of the good guys. Throughout his courageous battle with cancer, Kevin never complained of his illness. He remained optimistic and complimentary of the medical care which he received especially from Dr. O’Reilly and the other physicians and nurses at Sloan Kettering. His wake gave a small glimpse of the person he was. Lifelong friends of Kevin were in abundance. His track buddies from his years at Nazareth High School and Manhattan College were there. His partners from Wingate Kearney and Cullen were present, as well as numerous contacts from the many charitable and civic organizations in which he was actively involved. Kevin was not a passive participant in any activity in which he became involved. Kevin was counsel for the Diocese of Brooklyn for 37 years. He was a board member of Concern Worldwide and traveled on behalf of Concern to areas in need, including Africa. He was also a board member of Mutual of America,
a member of the National Association of Diocesan Attorneys, a member of the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, a past President of the Emerald Association of Long Island, a member of the Cathedral Club of Brooklyn, the Brooklyn Club and Futures in Education. Most importantly, Kevin was a member of the Rockaway Gliders and the Manhattan College Spiked Shoe Club. Running was a passion in Kevin’s life. Kevin and his pal John Edwards spent many mornings running on the Boardwalk, often running down to the flag pole at Beach 9th Street. Their pace may have slowed over the years, but the energy and conversation never waned. John has said, “Even though Kevin ran in high school and college we never did a track workout. You see we loved to run but it was really just a vehicle, an enabler for us. You see what we really loved to do was talk. Our runs were really moving bull sessions.” Kevin will be missed but never forgotten. He is survived by his wife Mary Beth, daughter Christine, son in law Peter, daughter Elisa, son in law John, son Sean, brothers John and James and granddaughter Marion.
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Civics Corner By Amanda Mancusi Agoglia
Neponsit: A Historic Community
Beach Access: 127th-149th By Hank Iori and Barbara Larkin
On December 30, the Belle Harbor Property Owners Association, along with Amanda Agolia, President of the Neponsit Property Owners Association, met with city officials at the beach wall on Beach 131st Street. The purpose of this meeting was to confirm the details of the reconstruction of the entry to the beach access from Beaches 127th to 149th Street. This section of city beach is not included in the newly reconstructed boardwalk. In attendance was Assemblyman Phillip Goldfeder, Councilman Eric Ulrich, representatives from the Mayor’s Office, Polly Trottenberg, Commissioner of Department of
Transportation, Dalila Hall, Commissioner of Queens DOT, Dino Y.P Ng and Mohsen Zargarelahi from the Department of Design and Construction. Discussions focused on issues that required further study by DOT & DDC. The site inspection allowed those in attendance to better understand the design proposed by the two communities. The design features proposed focused in on safety, ease of access to the beach and an aesthetically pleasing look that best reflects our community. The representatives from the various city agencies appeared receptive to the measures presented and shared a willingness to collaborate with the communities.
The items falling under the DOT/DDC’s jurisdiction and approved for the reconstruction are as follows: The width of the sidewalk along the baffle wall is to be a minimum of 8 feet; The placement of sidewalk cut outs along the baffle wall for planting; The use of Bollards for safety; The placement of ADA compliant ramps for access to the sidewalk and beach entry points; A curb radius of 12” will be used to create a rounded sidewalk effect where the sidewalk by the beach wall meets both sides of the street sidewalk; Two inch PVC piping is to be placed approximately one foot below the planting cutouts to assist in watering the planting area by the baffle wall. The items falling under the Department of Parks and Recreation that need to be resolved are as follows: The rectangular walking
area within the baffle wall requires concreting; Greenstreet Project should furnish plantings for the area by the baffle wall; Bicycle racks installed on the baffle wall’s beach side; Lighting, similar to park lights used on Beach 20th Street, should be placed by the baffle entry area for security; Flag poles should be erected on each block on the beach side of the baffle wall. The project is scheduled to begin this spring. Discussions are ongoing with the Department of Parks and Recreation. It is hoped that they will be finalized soon. It is logical and cost efficient that the Parks Department moves on a timely basis to join forces with DOT/DDC and the Belle Harbor and Neponsit communities in addressing the items requested so all work can be completed within the current DOT/DDC timeframe.
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Request for Proposals for the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance of up to Ten (10) Beach Equipment Rental and Merchandise Vending Units at Various Locations on Rockaway Beach, Queens In accordance with Section 1-13 of the Concession Rules of the City of New York, the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation (“Parks”) is issuing, as of the date of this notice, a significant Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for the installation, operation, and maintenance of up to ten (10) beach equipment rental and merchandise vending units at various locations on Rockaway Beach, Queens. There will be a recommended site visit on Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. We will be meeting at 8601 Shore Front Parkway, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693 on the boardwalk in front of Rippers. If you are considering responding to this RFP, please make every effort to attend this recommended site visit. All proposals submitted in response to this RFP must be submitted no later than Monday, February 9th, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. Hard copies of the RFP can be obtained, at no cost, commencing on Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 through Monday, February 9th, 2015, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., excluding weekends and holidays, at the Revenue Division of the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, which is located at 830 Fifth Avenue, Room 407, New York, NY 10065. The RFP is also available for download, commencing on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2014 through Monday, February 9th, 2015, on the Parks’ website. To download the RFP, visit www.nyc.gov/parks/businessopportunities, click on the link for “Concessions Opportunities at Parks” and, after logging in, click on the “download” link that appears adjacent to the RFP’s description.
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Suite News Boutique Hotel In The Works By Kevin Boyle
Looking to turn coal into a diamond, a development team, with a decidedly local influence, announced plans to transform a dilapidated building on Beach 109th Street and Rockaway Beach Boulevard into a 4 story, 33 unit boutique hotel. The Rockaway Beach Hotel, as it’s to be called, will also boast a restaurant, catering space, and swimming pool and include parking for 26 cars. The developers who include long time residents Terence and Dan (Dee) Tubridy, operators of the Bungalow Bar on Beach 92nd and several other establishments including the Park Avenue Tavern and the Refinery Hotel, addressed the Land Use Committee of the Community Board Tuesday night as a matter of introduction and outreach. The Tubridys, part of the In Good Company Hospitality group, are partnering with JBS Project Management to turn a currently vacant property and adjacent parking lot into a hotel they say will provide “the local community and beyond with an easy going, beach getaway.” This will be quite a change
for the property, still owned by another member of the Tubridys, which has fallen into disrepair after years as a restaurant and rooming house. Ben Igoe, of JBS, made the presentation indicating the team is seeking a zoning change for the entire block and is trying to gain community support before meeting with City Planning, which they are hoping to do within the next four weeks. Before meeting the Land Use Committee, Igoe and others met with Noreen Ellis of the Rockaway Civic Association to address possible concerns. Members of the Land Use Committee asked Igoe about parking and the new flood plain rules; about noise, about pricing; about seasonal challenges, about catering and meeting spaces; about where entrances would be and even if they thought a hotel now under construction on Beach 44th Street would be negatively affected. In short, Igoe said parking was reviewed by architects and should meet approval. Noise to an extent would be “self-regulating” because people staying at the hotel would insist on reasonable noise levels. Dee Tubridy added that sound and
“not being annoying to neighbors” is one of the main goals of all his businesses. Tubridy also said they have done business modeling to account for winter months when occupancy can be expected to be low. He said his experience at the Bungalow Bar gives him full appreciation for the off-season. Still, he added, there is no real off-season for family functions such as weddings and christenings and their catering space will be a good option and help in the lean months. Igoe speculated that rooms will fetch upwards of $300 in the summer and somewhere between $100 and $150 in the dead of winter. As for hurting another location, the team said the opposite is likely to happen. It’s “more the merrier” as far as restaurants and hotels. They said their goal is to make Rockaway a more attractive destination for tourists and that it’s their hope that the Rockaway Beach Hotel will inspire others to follow. In fact, the hotel and bar will be following other establishments nearby: Healy’s and Dalton’s Seaside Grill. What do the folks at Dalton’s say? “Comhghairdeas! (Congratulations in Gaelic). We’re
thrilled about the proposed hotel project and the benefits it can bring for our community and residents.” (Mike and Chris Dalton) So, when will you be able to send your visiting relatives there instead of offering them the pullout couch? When will you able to go poolside or sip a piña colada at the bar? Igoe said with community support and if City Planning signs off and all permits and plans get approved, groundbreaking could begin within 12-16 months. Construction would likely take a similar amount of time. Your room should be ready in three years. Or around the same time the City finishes the boardwalk.
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